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Millions of people head to Orlando for vacations that take them to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Sea World. While there is certainly nothing wrong with visiting amusement parks, there are many other attractions worthy of your time in Orlando besides the popular theme parks.

Scenic Boat Tour

A seven-mile trip from the center of Orlando offers the opportunity to take a 12-mile trip on the water. The Scenic Boat Tour has been a tradition in the Winter Park community for more than half a century. This is an affordable way for the entire family to enjoy natural beauty around Orlando. Pontoon boats provide the chance to grab a quick view of alligators, fish, cypress trees and beautiful flowers. Your knowledgeable guide provides historical background information and details and can answer almost any question you may have about the Orlando area. As of February 2010, admission for adults was $12 and $6 for kids aged 2 to 12. Children under 2 can ride for free. Scenic Boat Tour 312 East Morse Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32789 (407) 644-4056 scenicboattours.com/home.htm

Titanic: The Experience

Titanic: The Experience takes you right into the tragic circumstances of the most famous sunken ship in history. You can interact with actors in costumes portraying actual passengers from the ill-fated Titanic. The recreation of the staterooms provide a glimpse into what it was really like to cross the ocean on a cruise ship back in the early 20th century. The highlight for many may be either the actual memorabilia recovered from the Titanic or the costume worn by Leonardo DiCaprio in the famous movie about the ship. As of February 2010, admission for adults was $21.95, $19.75 for those aged 55 and up and $12.95 for kids 3 to 11 years old. Titanic: The Experience 7324 International. Dr. Orlando, FL 32819 (407) 248-1166 titanictheexperience.com/index.html

SkyVenture Orlando

Those who want the thrill of skydiving without the risk of jumping out of a plane should consider a visit to SkyVenture Orlando. SkyVenture is also a fairly decent simulation for those who have ever wondered what it was like for Dorothy to ride inside that tornado that dropped her in Oz. After zipping up your flight suit and adjusting your helmet and goggles, you basically take a ride on a column of air zooming upward at 120 miles per hour. A training session beforehand allows you to experience the sensation of skydiving in a much safer environment. Prices vary according to the package you choose. SkyVenture Orlando 6805 Visitor Circle Orlando, FL 32819 (800) SKY-FUN-1 (407) 903-1150 skyventureorlando.com

Arabian Nights

Whether or not you spend your time in Orlando visiting the theme parks, consider ending your evening by enjoying an extravagant dinner show. You have many dinner shows in Orlando from which to choose, but if you enjoy watching beautiful stallions and have a hankering for the story of Ali Baba, head to Arabian Nights. The show features standard Arabian Nights characters like the beautiful princess, the sultan and the genie. The food is generously proportioned, so don’t fill up on snacks before you get there. Arabian Nights 3081 Arabian Nights Blvd. Kissimmee, FL 34747 (800) 553-6116 (407) 239-9223 arabian-nights.com/index_high.html

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